CONGRATULATIONS, CLASS OF 2019.

Business Management

Chemistry

Creative and Digital Media

Drama

English

Health and Human Development

Hospitality

Maths: Further Maths

Maths: Maths Methods

Maths: Specialist

Outdoor and Environmental Studies

Physical Education

Physics

Psychology

Visual Communications and Design

Tintern Grammar would like to

congratulate our 2019 Year 12

students on their outstanding results

and contribution to the life of the

School. Many exceptional academic

results were achieved by our IB and

VCE students.

We are pleased to share the outstanding aggregated IB and VCE results achieved by the Year 12 Class of 2019. These results particularly reflect the hard work and persistence of our students over their school journey, and the support and excellent teaching provided here at Tintern Grammar.

Congratulations to all the 2019 cohort, but in particular our

duces, the 2019 IB Dux and overall School Dux Nicolani Susanto

with a top score of 43 (ATAR conversion 99.60), VCE Dux Oscar De

Jong, ATAR 99.40 and International Dux, Zhaoxuan (Steven) Li,

ATAR 94.90.

The following are some key statistics achieved by this year’s

cohort. I am sure you will agree that our students and the whole

School community can be extremely proud of these results.

• 6% of our Year 12 students were in the top 1% in Australia

• Almost 30% of our Year 12 students were in the top 10%

in Australia

• 41% of our Year 12 students were in the top 15% in Australia

• Over half our Year 12 students achieved an ATAR over 80 and

were in the top 20% in Australia

Whilst these statistics certainly indicate good academic

outcomes for the School, an education at Tintern Grammar

is also very importantly about the care and support of each

individual student in preparation for their lifelong learning. Every

student’s education journey and career aspirations are individual

and we look forward to learning more about our newest alumni

in the years to come.

Bradley Fry

Principal

OUTSTANDING

RESULTS

PRINCIPAL’S

MESSAGE

CLASS OF 2019 VCE & 1B RESULTS

ATAR% of students

in 2019% of students

in 2018

99+ 6 6

95+ 14 29

90+ 28 40

85+ 41 47

80+ 53 51

AGGREGATED IB

AND VCE RESULTS

IB DUX AND

OVERALL DUX OF

TINTERN GRAMMAR

Nicolani Susanto ATAR 99.60

VCE DUX OF

TINTERN GRAMMAR

Oscar De Jong ATAR 99.40

INTERNATIONAL

DUX OF

TINTERN GRAMMAR

Zhaoxuan (Steven) Li ATAR 94.90

STUDY SCORES

32 study scores at or above 40

MEDIAN ATAR81.25

STUDY

SCORES

ABOVE 40

ATAR conversion

% of Students at this ranking or above 2019

% of Students at this ranking or above 2018

99+ 23 21

98+ 27 37

95+ 36 69

90+ 59 95

34MEDIAN IB

SCORE

43TOP IB SCORE

99.60 ATAR

91.40MEDIAN IB ATAR

CONVERSION

IB subjects are scored out of 7.

54% of subjects studied by Tintern IB students received a score of 6 or 7.

INDIVIDUAL SUBJECT

SCORES AT 6 OR 7

Mu

sic HL

Th

eatre

Visual A

rts

Ch

inese A

0

5

10

French

B

Histo

ry

Math

s Stu

dies

Ch

inese B

Bio

logy

Math

s HL

En

glish A

Germ

an B

Psych

olo

gy

Math

s SL

En

glish B

Eco

no

mics

Ph

ysics

Sp

anish

AB

Ch

emistry

Six students will receive an IB Award for achieving an overall IB score of 40 or above.

IB RESULTS

Health and Medicine

Multi Discipline

Double Degrees

Management and

Commerce

Natural and Physical

Sciences

Society and Culture

Creative Arts

Agriculture, Environmental and Related Studies

Architecture and Building

Information Technology

Engineering

Food, Hospitality and Personal Services

Monash University

Deakin University

RMIT

University of Melbourne

La Trobe University

Swinburne University

ACU

La Trobe Melbourne

Holmesglen Institute

Kangan Institute

Monash College

Australian Academy of Interactive Entertainment

IB Score%

of StudentsATAR

conversion

43 5 99.60

42 18 99.25

41 5 98.70

37 9 95.45

36 5 93.95

35 9 92.80

34 14 91.40

UNIVERSITY

DESTINATIONS

AREAS OF

STUDY

Subject score of 6 or 7 All students studying this subject achieved a Subject Score of 6 or 7.*

** *

**

Steven completed his VCE in 2019 and studied Chinese first

language, English Additional Language, Maths Methods,

Specialist Maths, Further Maths and Chemistry

Throughout Year 12 Steven always ensured he tried his

best to work hard and “communicate with others well and

challenge myself with courage.”

As an international student he encourages other

international students to ensure they don’t isolate

themselves while studying and communicate with

classmates which will also lead to enjoying their life at the

school more.

Steven’s favourite memories of school were the Phillip

Island camp and House swimming.

Throughout Year 12 Steven found that it was important to

take time away from study and was able to de-stress via

playing board games and outside sport. For future Year 12

students he says “don’t be nervous and stressed in study,

try to spend enough time on hobbies or relaxing.”

After school, Steven is hoping to get into university to study

engineering or become a building designer.

ZHAOXUAN (STEVEN) LI

INTERNATIONAL DUX AND VCE

MEET THE CLASS OF 2019.

NICOLANI SUSANTO

IB AND OVERALL TINTERN 2019 DUX

Nicolani completed IB and studied Psychology HL, English

SL, Maths SL, Visual Arts HL, Chemistry HL, German SL and

Theory of Knowledge. It was a busy year with her studies

and also as a member of the Schools’ leadership team.

Passionate about Music and Art, Nicolani was able to

combine the two as part of the backstage crew for the

annual musical each year.

“One of the most enjoyable activities I did at Tintern was

helping backstage at the musical. I really liked creating

the sets and watching the show. It was something I always

looked forward to and was an activity I could do with my

friends, and I had friends in the cast so that was fun as well.

This year for High School Musical, I sketched some of the

designs for the boards that were part of the set.”

Nicolani has exciting plans for 2020, studying a Bachelor of

Engineering and Bachelor of Science at Monash University.

“I like the culture at Monash University. They were organised

and had good information sessions. I went to the open days

and their information evenings where I spoke to lecturers

and students, which was great as they were able to give me

their perspective.”

Nicolani has this advice for her younger peers.

“I think working hard is really important but also remember

to take care of your mental health and look out for other

people’s mental health as well. People aren’t just dealing

with Year 12, so make sure you check in with others too.”

Rose completed her IB diploma in 2019 and studied History

HL, Theatre SL, Chemistry HL, Maths SL, English HL, French

SL and Theory of Knowledge. It was a busy year for Rose as

she was one of Tintern’s School Captains, a role that was

very important to her, especially ensuring each student

felt valued.

“I really tried to ensure that each student was felt

appreciated, supported and represented in the school.

We would aim for this through small-scale actions like

having year level meetings and larger events like Valentine’s

Day and Expect the Unexpected assembly.”

In Year 10, Rose began considering her study pathways and

while IB wasn’t her immediate choice, she is glad that she

undertook the diploma.

“I was set on VCE because I thought I wanted to

specialise. However, during the year I realised that I

would prefer a more holistic course that let me do an

eclectic mix of subjects. I like that IB rewards those who go

above and beyond what is expected. I enjoy analysis and

IB gave me the opportunity to explore the world through

enquiry with Theory of Knowledge and the Extended Essay.”

Rose plans to study Law and Global Studies at

Monash University .

“I would love the opportunity to study overseas. I could go

to the UN in Geneva, which is so cool and aligns with my

preferred career path of politics. I could also go back to

France to improve my French and go to SciencesPo, Paris

Institute of Political Studies”

ROSE RUSSELL

SCHOOL CAPTAIN AND IB

We are proud of the Class of 2019 and their achievements, and are pleased to share their stories.

Read on to be inspired by the experiences, memories, aspirations and journeys of some of this

year’s cohort.

2019 was a busy year for Joel completing VCE in Year 12

and also one of Tintern’s School Captains. Joel studied

Chemistry, Biology, Geography and English, with Outdoor

Environmental, Physical Education and Further Maths units

3/4 completed in Year 11.

“I was privileged to be elected School Captain, which gave

me an opportunity to connect with the whole school

community. This entailed speaking with Junior and Middle

School students to share what I have learnt during my time

at Tintern, getting involved in school events and coaching

the Middle School Boys’ football team.”

Combining his passion for the environment with his further

studies, Joel plans to undertake a Global Science and

Technology degree majoring in Environmental Science at

Deakin. He was also fortunate to obtain a Scholarship for

Excellence. Joel sees himself working in the environmental

field and would like a career that makes a difference.

“I have a passion for the environment and like taking a

pragmatic approach to solve real-world issues. I see myself

working in these environments to help counter the negative

impacts humans have had on the world and produce

sustainable solutions to these issues.”

Joel has some valuable advice for his peers embarking on

their final year of schooling.

“Do it all. Year 12 is a big year but it can also be full of things

you enjoy. Students need to find balance in their part-time

work, sport, music, whatever their hobbies are and these

should continue throughout the year to keep a balance and

mentally positive approach. Lastly, always say yes. Tintern

opens many doors but it is up to you to walk through them.”

JOEL PEARCE-SCHMIDT

SCHOOL CAPTAIN AND VCE STUDENT

Follow this link to read more Year 12 stories:

https://www.tintern.vic.edu.au/community/

celebrating-the-class-of-2019/

Meagan completed VCE studying French, Maths Methods,

English Language and Chemistry, with Psychology and

Health and Human Development Units 3/4 completed in

Year 11. Meagan was also involved in co-curricular music

activities and was an Outdoor Education leader.

“It was really exciting being an Outdoor Ed leader this year.

It meant that I got to work with the Outdoor Ed department

and help plan different recreational activities for Senior

College students. I also helped with the Middle School

students and worked with the Years 10 and 11 Outdoor Ed

leaders to prepare so they felt confident going on the Years

7 and 8 camps.”

Meagan is going to study Biomedical Sciences at Monash

University with the goal to become an Occupational

Therapist.

“I am really excited to start doing occupational therapy

because everything I learn about it I am like “yes, I want

to do that”. It’s all based on being able to help people and

enabling them to do the things they need and want to

do. I just think that it would be a really cool to be part of

somebody’s life and be able to help them achieve their

goals.”

Reflection and taking time out are two strategies Meagan

used to de-stress during Year 12.

“For me, I am a very driven person. I put a lot of value in

my own academic results and I think I have very high

expectations of myself. So I quite often found that I needed

to take a step back and be like “It’s okay”. Year 12 is what

you make of it. It can be super stressful or you can take it as

it comes. It’s important to give yourself time to relax.

Jason completed IB in 2019, studying Visual Arts HL, History

HL, Physics SL, English SL, Maths SL, Chinese HL and

Theory of Knowledge.

During his time at school, Jason was focused on his studies

but was also an active member of two co-curricular student

groups; Social Justice Group and Green Team.

“I joined the Social Justice Group and the Green Team. I

participated in their activities, such as the Green Team’s

2040 Movie Night, Clean Up Australia Day, and Comedy for

a Cause, which was held by the Social Justice Group.

In completing the IB diploma, Jason found it to be both

enjoyable and challenging, in particular the Creativity,

Action and Service (CAS) component.

“What I liked about IB was that it was challenging, especially

CAS. For Creativity you had to learn something that wasn’t

in the course. I went to RMIT and took a short course to

learn about Adobe Illustrator software. I found it really

interesting and it was CAS that made me have this

opportunity. For my Action hours I went to the school’s

morning fitness classes. With Service hours I must admit

that it was one of the reasons that I joined Green Team and

Social Justice Group at first, but it’s not the reason I stayed

in the groups. It also helped me make a lot of new friends.

CAS was challenging but also wonderful too.”

Jason’s 2020 plans see him heading to university where he

hopes to study animation.

“I am going to university and I am thinking about doing

animation courses. I am considering applying to a USA

university or staying in Australia

MEAGAN HYNSON

VCE STUDENT

YANGHAO (JASON) ZHANG

IB STUDENT

We hope you are inspired by these stories and

students find the advice shared for tackling the final

years of school helpful.

Year 12 was a busy year for Ashlea as she completed her

IB diploma studying Biology HL, History HL, English HL,

Spanish Ab Initio SL, Maths SL, Chemistry SL and Theory

of Knowledge, and was also Young Farmers Captain and

achieved her Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award.

Ashlea joined Young Farmers in Year 7 and credits the

co-curricular group with nurturing her passion for

agriculture. She also found that during Years 11 and 12

her role as Young Farmers Captain and competing at the

agricultural shows provided a good outlet to balance school

work and study.

“I was Young Farmers Captain, which was really good

because it gave me an escape from doing school work. And

as we had four shows a year, I always had something to look

forward to if school was getting tough.”

I am now in the fortunate position where I have multiple

early offers that don’t rely on my ATAR. I think it’s important

for students to look into the different ways they can be

accepted into university.”

“I will be attending the Univeresity of New England (UNE),

doing a Bachelor of AgriBusiness. My family have brought a

farm in the Yarra Valley, so I would like to stay near home for

uni, so I am working with UNE to see if I can have my course

transferred to online, which would mean I could still study

while being home to help on our farm.

ASHLEA CROSS

IB STUDENT

Brayden completed VCE Year 12 studying Chemistry,

English Language, Further Maths and Accounting, with two

Unit 3/4 subjects, Maths Methods and Biology, undertaken

in Year 11.

Brayden says it was a hectic year doing two Year 12 subjects

in Year 11 along with his Year 11 subjects, explaining “It was

probably harder than Year 12 because of the workload but

definitely worth it as it eased the load in Year 12.”

Brayden was very involved in music and the performing arts,

participating in every annual school musical from Years 7

through to 12 which culminated in the lead role in South

Pacific in 2018.

Now that Year 12 is finished Brayden plans to head to

university.

“I am going to Monash University to do a double degree of

Commerce/Finance, maybe become an actuary or financial

analyst. I am interested in investments and have been

experimenting with investing my own capital.”

Having a good routine is among Brayden’s advice for his

younger peers as they work towards Year 12.

“Once you have a good daily routine Year 12 is a lot easier

and you don’t have to worry about a lot of things in

your day-to-day life. You can focus on the harder, more

important tasks with your daily routine staying the same.

So things like having a consistent wake up and go to bed

time are good. It all really helps. It’s also good to keep your

perspective in check and be grateful. Remember it ends

eventually, so keep it in perspective and enjoy it while it

lasts.”

BRAYDEN STOKES

VCE STUDENT

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